NBA Hoopz
Strategy Guide
Version 0.3
7/28/01
Author: DreThug
E-Mail: DreThug@hotmail.com
Sections:
1: Introduction
2: Update History
3: Controls
4: Game Modes
5: Mini Game Modes
6: Offensive Strategy
7: Defensive Strategy
8: Mini Game Strategies
9: Create A Player
10: Trivia Questions/Answers
11: Coaching Tips
12: Top 5 Teams
13: Player Ratings
14: Personal Review
15: Codes/Secrets
16: Frequently Asked Questions
17: Credits
18: Before You E-mail Me
19: Legal Information
20: Final Thoughts
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1: Introduction
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Welcome to my NBA Hoopz Strategy Guide. I decided to make a new standard
for all my strategy guides starting with this guide. In this guide, I have
packed all the information I know about the game. After reading this guide,
I'm sure that you will have learned many things that you haven't learned and
I'm positive that you will become a better NBA Hoopz player. If you have
any questions, comments, or suggestions please throw them my way at
DreThug@hotmail.com. Thanks and prepare to read the ULTIMATE NBA Hoopz
Strategy Guide.
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2: Update History
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July 28th 2001 (version 0.3) - This is basically the final version of this
strategy guide except without all the player ratings. Everything I promised
I would do is completed. I also added a Coaching Tips section which lists
tips that appears while playing NBA Hoopz. I spent numerous hours last
night and this morning adding new trivia questions and typing out player
ratings. Still, if you have any new ideas to add to this guide or have any
other Trivia Questions/Coaching Tips feel free to send them my way. Once I
get the time to type out the rest of the player ratings, this guide will be
final. I'm just a bit busy these days with my NCAA Football 2002 guide.
July 22nd 2001 (version 0.2) - Sadly, I'm not addicted to this game anymore
because I found a new basketball game I enjoy even more. I suggest that if
you have a Playstation 2 you should pick up NBA Steetz. I'm going to start
writing a strategy guide on that game as soon as I buy the game. For this
super update, I have added all the game modes, strategies for all the game
modes, and updated a couple more rosters. Basically, this strategy guide is
almost done except that I still have to type out a lot of the players
ratings. Other than that, this guide is done. If anyone has any good ideas
for this strategy guide please send them this way so I can make this guide
even better.
July 16th 2001 (version 0.1) - Basically, this is a very small start.
Everyday I will be updating and filling in everything I have missed or have
yet written out. Right now all you have is the basics here, but please bear
with me. The reason I put up this version of this guide is to have at least
something posted here so that there will be something to read on this game.
Don't worry, this guide will be a lot bigger and better in the next couple
of days. Next version also look forward to detailed descriptions of all the
mini games you can play including how to be good at them.
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3: Controls
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The controls in NBA Hoopz can not be more straight forward. Here I have
listed all the controls in the game.
Offensive/Defensive
Turbo: R button (Tap twice for a spin on offense)
Shoot/Jump: X
Pass/Steal: A
Basically those are all the controls you need in the game. Also, Midway let
you customize the controls so you can set them up anyway you feel most
comfortable with.
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4: Game Modes
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Here are all the modes of play in NBA Hoopz. Down below I have listed the
title of each mode with a brief description about it.
Quick Start
This is for single or multiplayer usage. No records recorded or anything
like that just a mode to get right into playing.
Season
Play in a 14, 28, 56, or 82 game season with any team of your choice.
Tournament
Up to 8 teams can play in the tournament mode. Basically, this is like a
playoff tree.
Mini Games
Play either 2 Ball, 21, Around the World, Practice or a 3 Point Shootout.
Options
Select game, sound, or control options for NBA Hoopz.
Customize
If you want to customize your team go directly here. Here you can customize
a whole team or any player of your choice. Also, you can transfer players
to different teams to make your ultimate dream team.
Customize Team
In customize team you can do the following: Pick your city, pick your team
name, pick your arena, pick your home jersey, pick your away jersey, and
pick your logo
Customize Player
In customize player you can change his name, his number, his attributes
which range from height, weight, power, speed, 2 pointers, 3 pointers,
steal, block, dunks, dribble. You can also change his privelages which area
stealth turbo, big heald, drone big heads, choose hotspot, hide attributes,
choose jersey. You can also give your player a nick name.
Load/Save
This is basically where you can save or load your game in NBA Hoopz.
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5: Mini Game Modes
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NBA Hoopz has a lot of mini games that you can play when you get bored with
the original mode. Here I have listed each mode with a brief description of
the rules and how to play them.
2 Ball
This is your basic 2 Ball which means you have two players on your team. On
the court there is different markings with numbers in circles. If the
number says 2 and you make a shot from there you can get 2 points. The
numbers go all the way up to 8 which is basically the longest shot in 2
Ball. You can select the amount of game time anywhere from 45 seconds to 90
seconds and the amount of teams from 2 to 3. You can also select the arena
and the difficulty section.
21
Familiar with 21? Well I am because it's my favorite game to play with my
friends when we are playing real basketball. Here you get to pick 3
different teams and each person is on their own team. The first player to
score 21 points exactly wins the game. If you go over 21 points you get
reset to 11. When playing each shot is worth 2 points and after two baskets
you can get a free throw. If you make the free throw you still get
possession. The free throw can either be a 1 point opportunity which is
taken from the free throw line or a 3 point opportunity which is taken
behind the arc.
Around The World
Around the World is a game we are all familiar with. In this mini game you
can choose from either 2 or 3 players, taunts on or off, one way or round
trip, select your arena, and choose the difficulty level. In this mode you
try to make it around the basket by shooting from marked shots. If you make
the basket you move on, if you miss it you can use a chance and try again or
you can just let the other person shoot. First one to make it to the end
wins.
Practice
Need to brush up on your skills? Well pick any player from any team and
shoot around.
3 Point Shootout
Like to have 3 point competitions? Well if so, you can to the right place.
Pick the game time from anywhere to 70-100 seconds, the number of players
from 1 to 3, taunts on or off, the arena you would like to play in,a nd the
difficulty level. The goal is to see who can shoot more three pointers in
the given time with the amount of balls supplied.
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6: Offensive Strategy
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I usually never lose in NBA Hoopz so I decided to give you guys some tips to
help you out. Basically in offensive all you need to do is have a good
three point shooter. One shooter is all you need to have to win a game.
Pick a team out of my Top 5 teams to insure a victory. Always control the
guard so that the center will be under the basket at all times. After the
other team scores pass the ball in quick and run straight up the court
holding turbo. When you see the first player trying to guard you juke him
out by spinning. Then take the running 3-point shot and you will most
likely make it 80 percent of the time. If you miss, your center will be
under the basket to either rebound the ball or to tip it in. Now if you
aren't good at shooting 3 pointers don't worry at all. After you juke out
the first player there will only be 2 players left to guard you (usually the
player that gets juked out will fall to the ground) so all you need to do is
pass it to the open player and take the open shot. Dunks are really
effective in NBA Hoopz but only gets you 2 points each time which is a bit
uneffective if you are playing a good 3 point shooting team. If you have a
player on you and the shot clock is running out don't be scared to fake a
shot. To do this just tap X instead of holding it down to shoot and your
opponent will usually jump up. This now gives you a great opportunity to
step up and take the shot with him not in your face. It works effectively
if you get good at using it. Another thing you must know about NBA Hoopz is
that if you are winning in the 4th quarter the losing team will have an
advantage. Try holding the ball as much as possible so the time ticks down
because if the defense gets the ball they will make incredible 3 point shots
that will go down all the time. Another good tip to try to do is to try to
get fouled 5 times in one quarter. If that happens, you get a free throw
which is worth 3 points. Then you also get to take out the ball so you can
make a 6 point run in one possession which is awesome. Other than that, I
can't think of anything else to help with offense. Hopefully this helps you
out, and if it doesn't please e-mail me for a clearer explanation.
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7: Defensive Strategy
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Defense in NBA Hoopz is actually important. Thay may seem funny for a lot
of people being that this an arcade game but if you have good defense in
this game you can actually be a great player. While playing defense you
should always double team the player with the ball. I find this very
effective because it takes away the juke move and if you are trying to steal
the ball with two players, the offensive player is more likely to lose the
ball. Don't worry if you leave a player wide open because most of the time
the ball won't be passed to him anyways because the offensive player won't
be able to throw the ball in his direction. Even if the ball is passed to
the wide open player, control your center and goal tend the ball if you
think it is going in. This helps because it can still keep you on fire if
you are on fire or it can keep the total of straight baskets you made
without counting the basket your opponent made. Another good thing to do in
defense is to steal all the time. I find myself pushing my opponents to the
floor almost everytime they get the ball. Sure, they do take a free throw
at least two times a game but with all the stealing I do it balances it out
in my favor. Also, even if you give your opponent a free throw it's not one
hundred percent that he will make the free throw because sometimes its a lot
harder then you expect. If the center ever gets the ball make sure you try
to foul him. This works because the center usually doesn't fall down and he
doesn't have that good of hands so he drops the ball without a foul being
called. Also, if you see a player going for a dunk make sure you just up
and try swatting the ball out of the players hand. The first few times you
try to do this you might miss the ball totally or just touch the ball
slightly that the offensive player will still have enough control to dunk
the ball. Don't worry though, practice makes perfect. That's basically my
defensive strategy for NBA Hoopz, if you have any questions please e-mail me
for a more clearer explanation if you got lost or something.
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8: Mini Game Strategies
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Not only do I have strategies for offensive and defensive play, I have them
for all of the mini games that you can play in NBA Hoopz. Before you read
these strategies make sure you have read my offensive and defensive
strategies which are listed above.
2 Ball
2 Ball is one of my favorite games to play in NBA Hoopz. To be good in 2
Ball make sure you have at least one good three point shooter on your team
of two. Usually, I will either go with Ray Allen or Reggie Miller to ensure
a victory. Basically, I'll use my good shooter to shoot around in the
higher number points while I use my worse shooter to take the easy 2s, 3s,
and 4s. Some tips that you need to know is that if one guy takes a shot the
other guy has to get the rebound or there will be a penalty. Also, a person
can not shoot twice in a row and can only make three baskets at one circle.
Usually, don't waste the 2 pointers only when you get a rebound right under
the basket. Take the long shots most of the time with your good shooter so
there is a good possibility to get some high scores. Don't get discouraged
if you can't make the long shots, practice makes perfect.
21
21 is a great game to play in real life and also a great game to play in NBA
Hoopz. Make sure you pick a good shooter that is a bit tall so that you can
at least have a chance to pull down some rebounds. Use my offensive
strategy that I listed above of how to juke pass players. Don't shoot
perimeter shots in 21 because all the points are worth the same and there is
a better chance of getting the shot blocked or goal tended if you take long
range shots. Also, always try to get the rebounds in mid air and take the
shot while you're still in the air to ensure that your second chance points
go in. When you make two consecutive baskets in a row you will have the
opportunity to either take a one point shot or a three point shot. If you
are winning by a lot, it is a lot safer to take the one point shot to ensure
that you still get possession because most of the time you will make the
shot. If you are losing go for the 3 point shot but it is a lot harder to
do. Also, make sure that you play good defense which can be done by reading
my defensive strategy listed above. If you play like this, you will
probably be unstoppable. Remember, if you make the free shot you get to
keep possession.
Around The World
This is one of my less played many games because I don't really like how you
have to play around the world in this game. Instead of just taking a
regular jump shot, you have to line up the two basketball balls to make the
shot either go in or miss. There is really no strategy to do this except
that you should always hit the button a little before the ball is in the
center so by the time your reflexes touch the button the ball will then be
in the middle. The only thing I can tell you about is that if you pick a
good shooter the balls go slower so it is a bit easier to make some of the
shots and that you can only have the opportunity to chance if you make the
shot. Other than that, there is really nothing else to tell you that can
help you in around the world.
Practice
Need help practicing? Probably not. The only reason I practice
occasionally is to try finding out where all my players hot spots are. This
is always good because then you know where they shoot the best from. Other
than that, there is really no other reason to practice except if you are
just fooling around.
3 Point Shootout
Again, this is just like Around The World. I don't really like the concept
of this mini game either because there is really no strategy to line up the
balls. Basically, if you have good eyes you should be able to make at least
1/3 of the shots you take. Remember that the last ball on each rack is
worth two points instead of one. Also, make sure you hurry up when you take
the shots because when you play with only 70 seconds you are a bit stressed
for time. Other than that, there is really no other tips I can give you for
the 3 Point Shootout.
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9: Create A Player
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Creating A Player in NBA Hoopz makes the game a lot more fun. I created
this one player that was basically unstoppable and I never lost with him
once. Here I have listed each of the things you can customize for your
player and what I think is necessary and not. Remember, when you answer
more trivia questions right you get to add more points to your players
attributes. I made a scale to show how important things are with 5 stars
meaning extrememly necessary from 1 star meaning not worth it.
Key
5 Stars (*****)...........Necessary
4 Stars (****)............Great To Have
3 Stars (***).............Nice To Have
2 Stars (**)..............Not Needed
1 Star (*)................Waste of Points
Height = ****
Height is a great thing to have for a player. Even if you don't have good
rebounding and blocking skills, the height makes up for it. With my
character I made him the tallest you could possibly be.
Weight = **
You don't really need to have weight but it's good to have if you don't need
anything else. It's basically there to make your player either fat or skinny
which could be useful to be fat down in the post.
Power = ***
Power is nice to have but not needed. Power helps so you don't get pushed
around and that you don't lose the ball when you get fouled. Other than
that, power is really useful.
Speed = ****
Speed is necessary to have. If you are down by 1 and there's barely anytime
left on the clock, with a fast player you can get down the court in roughly
2 seconds. If you are a slower player you will not get anywhere in NBA
Hoopz. Also, speed makes up for power.
2 Pointers = ***
2 Pointers are not really necessary in NBA Hoopz because they seem to be the
lease effective. Why take a jump shot when you can dunk or take a 3
pointer? A jump shot also has the best opportunity to get blocked. Even
though they aren't really needed, it's nice to have just incase.
3 Pointers = *****
The best thing to have in the game is a good 3 point shooter. With my
character I made him maxed out in 3 pointers so basically he could make all
the 3 point shots he took. If you are maxed out on three pointers you are
basically unstoppable.
Steal = ****
Surprisingly, stelas are very important in NBA Hoopz. Steals are basically
what gets you back in to the game when you are losing. If you have a high
steal rating you can be sure that when you foul a guy he will drop the ball.
Block = **
Blocks are not really necessary in NBA Hoopz. If you have a tall player on
your team there is no point in wasting attribute points to make your player
a better blocker.
Dunks = ****
Next to three point shots, dunks are the second most effective way of
scoring points. If you don't have a good dunk rating you can lose the ball
in the air a lot of the time.
Dribbles = ***
Dribbles are not really important in NBA Hoopz because every player can use
turbo and do the juke move. I usually never get picked either when I'm
dribbling so dribbles are not extremely needed.
Stealth Turbo = *****
Out of the two privelages that you get to choose you should choose stealth
turbo as one of them for sure. Stealth turbo will make you have better
turbo which is always a good thing.
Big Head = **
Even though you like seeing a big head it's not necessary at all. There's
no reason that you should have a big head except that it might add a couple
inches to your player.
Drone Big Heads = *
Not necessary at all. If you even think that you should get drone big heads
you shouldn't be playing this game.
Choose Hotspot - *****
Great to have. Set your own hotspot so you know where your player can make
most of his shots. Usually I set mine on the top of the three point line so
I can hit three pointers all day long.
Hide Attributes - ***
Actually, hide attributes is one of the better privelages you can have.
With this, no one can know if your guy is a good shooter, blocker, or
dribbler. It's good to have in the long run.
Choose Jersey - *
Not necessary at all. Basically, if you put your player on a team he will
use their jersey anyways. What a waste of a privelage.
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10: Trivia Questions/Answers
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After playing many games I decided to come up with the idea to write down
all the trivia questions, answers, and how much they are worth. I figured
that this would be an excellent addition to this guide because it will be a
lot easier for anyone to upgrade their player. If you have any trivia
questions that you've encountered please e-mail me them at:
DreThug@hotmail.com. Thanks.
Who won the NBA Sixth Man Award in 1998-99?
A) Darrell Armstrong
B) Detlef Schrempf
C) Dell Curry
D) John Starks
Worth: 5 points
Answer: Darrel Armstrong
Who won the NBA Rookie of the year award in 1989?
A) Juwan Howard
B) Eddie Jones
C) Kobe Bryant
D) Mitch Richmond
Worth: 10 points
Answer: Mitch Richmond
For which team has Felton Spencer never played for?
A) Atlanta Hawks
B) Minnesota Timberwolves
C) Golden State Warriors
D) Utah Jazz
Worth: 15 points
Answer: Atlanta Hawks
Which college did Chicago's Khalid El-Amin attend?
A) Connecticut
B) Kansas State
C) Kentucky
D) Clemson
Worth: 15 points
Answer: Connecticut
How tall is Muggsy Bogues?
A) 6'11"
B) 6'3"
C) 5'3"
D) 5'7"
Worth: 10 points
Answer: 5'3"
What Clipper appeared in 80 of the team's 82 games last season?
A) Michael Olowokandi
B) Lamar Odom
C) Brian Skinner
D) Eric Piutkowski
Worth: 15 points
Answer: Michael Olowokandi
Which college did Atlanta's Lorezen Wright Attend?
A) Michigan State
B) Mississippi
C) Memphis
D) Michigan
Worth: 15 points
Answer: Memphis
Which team selected Bryant Stith with the 13th overall pick in the 1992 NBA
Draft?
A) Washington Bullets
B) New York Knicks
C) Denver Nuggets
D) Utah Jazz
Worth: 10 points
Answer: Denver Nuggets
Who had the most steals in the 1998 All-Star Game?
A) Garry Payton
B) Eddie Jones
C) Mitch Richmond
D) Shawn Kemp
Worth: 10 points
Answer: Shawn Kemp
Which team selected Vince Carter wiht the fifth pick in the 1998 NBA Draft?
A) Toronto Raptors
B) Sacramento Kings
C) Dallas Mavericks
D) Golden State Warriors
Worth: 10 points
Answer: Toronto Raptors
Last year's NBA Finals appearance was the second for the Indiana Pacers?
A) True
B) False
Worth: 5 points
Answer: False
Which team entered the league as an expansion team in the same year as the
Hornets?
A) Dallas Mavericks
B) Orlando Magic
C) Seattle Supersonics
D) Miami Heat
Worth: 15 points
Answer: Miami Heat
Who holds the playoff record for fouling out in the fewest minutes of a
game?
A) Chris Dudley
B) Greg Ostertag
C) Andrew Lang
D) Travis Knight
Worth: 10 points
Answer: Travis Knight
The first team the Hornets ever faced in the playoffs was Boston?
A) True
B) False
Worth: 10 points
Answer: True
True or False: Sean Elliott has had two stints with San Antonio.
A) True
B) False
Worth: 10 points
Answer: True
What player did the Miami Heat acquire in a 1996 trade that sent Kevin
Willis and Bimbo Coles to the Golden State Warriors?
A) Dan Majerle
B) Tim Hardaway
C) Alonzo Mourning
D) Jamal Mashburn
Worth: 5 points
Answer: Tim Hardaway
Which team won its only NBA title in 1978?
A) Sacramento Kings
B) San Antonio Spurs
C) Washington Bullets
D) Portland Trail Blazors
Worth: 15 points
Answer: Washington Bullets
Which team drafted Austin Croshere in the first round of the 1997 NBA Draft?
A) Toronto Raptors
B) Indiana Pacers
C) Detroit Pistons
D) Milwaukee Bucks
Worth: 15 points
Answer: Indiana Pacers
Derrick Coleman and what player tied for the highest rebounding average on
the Hornets last season?
A) Elden Campbell
B) Anthony Mason
C) Eddie Jones
D) P.J. Brown
Worth: 10 Points
Answer: Anthony Mason
Which Lakers player set an NBA record for free-throw attempts in a game last
season, with 39 in Game 2 of the NBA Finals?
A) Rick Fox
B) Shaquille O'Neal
C) Kobe Bryant
D) Robert Horry
Worth: 10 points
Answer: Shaquille O'Neal
Which tean selected Sherman Douglas in the second round of the 1989 NBA
Draft?
A) Los Angeles Clippers
B) Miami Heat
C) Boston Celtics
D) Milwaukee Bucks
Worth: 5 points
Answer: Miami Heat
Which of the following players has not played for Vancouver?
A) Charles Oakley
B) Greg Anthony
C) Otis Thorpe
D) Moochie Norris
Worth: 10 points
Answer: Charles Oakley
The Denver Nuggets are one of the four original NBA Franchises
A) True
B) False
Worth: 5 points
Answer: False
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11: Coaching Tips
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When you are playing through a game right after the first and third quarter
there is a screen with a tip on it. Now I know that most of you don't pay
any attention to them but after I started reading them I found them to be
pretty important. Here are all the coaching tips I have encountered since I
started writing the tips down.
Fade-Away Jumper
Just as you jump up foir a shot, press the directional button in the
opposite direction your player is facing. Holding the shoot button delays
the release of the ball!
TeamWork
A combination of 3 consecutive alley-oops or double-dunks will put your team
in the zone! Don't be a ball hog!
Steal Attribute
The greater a player's steal rating, the more effective his swiping becomes.
He will also intercept more passes! Smaller, quicker players are very
skilled at stealing the ball.
Successful Rebounding
Wait until the ball has hit the rim before pressing the block button. Auto
rebounding may also occur if you are near the basket for a missed shot.
Dunk Attribute
The greater a player's dunk rating, the more spectacular his dunks. A
player with a five dunk rating will preform just layups. Layups are
generally less successful than dunks.
Shot Swatting
When swatting at a jump shjot, hold the block button down until your
opponent releases the ball. Then release the block button to follow through
with the swat.
Lean-In Jumper
Just as you jump up for a shot, push the directional button in the direction
your player is facing! Holding the shoot button delays
the release of the ball!
Speeding Up Play
Players can usually advance through non-game screens or sequences by pushing
one or more of their action buttons. Be sure to try various button and
stick combos on the versus screen to find cool power ups!
Alley-Oop Play
When your teammate has the ball, drive the open lane toward the hoop and
press turbo and shoot. Once airborne, your teammate must quickly pass you
the ball! Try for 3 in a row!
Power-Ups
On the versus screen, press the controller buttons to select an icon
comnbination. To enter the combo, move the controller up, down, left, or
right.
Secret Power-Ups
The players can be powered-up with super human abilites. Try special button
combinations during the versus screen!
Speed Attribute
The greater a player's speed rating, the faster he moves. Usually, the
faster players are less powerful and therefore get cleared out more. Match
speed against speed.
Lean-Out Jumper
If you are facing straight up or down, press the directional button to the
left or right! Holding the shoot button delays the release of the ball!
Smart Play
An open player is more likely to make a basket, so pass to your open
teammate whenever possible! Try to anticipate your opponents next move
before he makes it!
Layups
When running at the hoop, quickly press the turbo and shoot buttons!
Holding the shoot button delays the release of the ball. Use this to fake
out your opponent!
Court Awareness
Locate a player's position when he is off screen by watching for his moves
arrow. Try to anticipate his moves. Even when off screen, try to stay away
from opposing players!
Passing Attribute
The greater a player's pass rating, the faster he passes. It is more
difficult to intercept a quick pass than a slow pass. You should always try
a turbo pass.
Layup Out Of Runks
When a player is in a dunk, he can press the shoot button to lob the ball
toward the hoop. This is most effective if your dunk is about to get
blocked.
Super Jumps
Jump extra high when shooting, blocking, or rebounding by pressing the turbo
and shoot buttons at the same time!
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12: Top 5 Teams
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In my opinion, here are the Top 5 Teams in NBA Hoopz. I'm sure that all of
you won't agree with me on this part of the guide but please hear me out.
Rank: #5
Name: Milwaukee Bucks
Why : The Bucks are a great team. With Sam Cassell and Ray Allen the team
is practically unstoppable. The only problem with the Bucs is that their
center is not that good. Other than that, the Bucs are a strong team to
play with.
Rank: #4
Name: San Antonio Spurs
Why : Two Words: Twin Towers. When Duncan, Robinson, and Anderson are in
the game the Spurs are literally unstoppable. The only problem with that
line up is the team is a bit slow which makes fast breaks almost impossible
to stop.
Rank: #3
Name: Indiana Pacers
Why : The Pacers are an excellent team in NBA Hoopz. I use the Pacers most
of the time because they are a fun team to play with. Sam Perkins is an
excellent center with 3-point range and Reggie Miller is practically
unstoppable. Jalen Rose and Travis Best also hold their own when subsitutes
are needed.
Rank: #2
Name: Los Angeles Lakers
Why : You figure that if Shaq endorses this game he should be unstoppable.
Well, he basically is but against a good three point shooting team the
Lakers are not as great as they should be. Basically, the Lakers will
always score 2 points on you but Kobe and Fox are not that great at hitting
the jump shots from 21 feet out.
Rank: #1
Name: Portland Trail Blazers
Why : I actually use most of the Trail Blazers backup to win with the
Blazers. Stacey Augmon, yes I said Stacy Augmon, is an excellent 3 point,
jump shot, defensive player in this game. With him, Damon Stoudamire, and
Sabonis the Blazers are practically unstoppable. I can't believe Scottie
Pippen and Steve Smith don't see much time on the court but Augmon is a
great player.
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13: Player Ratings
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This part of the guide is the longest and most time consuming to do. Here I
have listed all the teams with all the player ratings. I feel that this
should be used to make miss matches and things like that.
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Atlanta Hawks
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Jason Terry
Power: 35
Speed: 70
2 Pointer: 50
3 Pointer: 45
Steals: 75
Blocks: 35
Dunks: 30
Dribbles: 70
Jim Jackson
Power: 25
Speed: 75
2 Pointer: 65
3 Pointer: 90
Steals: 75
Blocks: 25
Dunks: 20
Dribbles: 80
Demarr Johnson
Power: 50
Speed: 45
2 Pointer: 65
3 Pointer: 35
Steals: 35
Blocks: 65
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 30
Matt Moloney
Power: 25
Speed: 70
2 Pointer: 85
3 Pointer: 75
Steals: 65
Blocks: 10
Dunks: 10
Dribbles: 80
Dion Glover
Power: 50
Speed: 50
2 Pointer: 60
3 Pointer: 45
Steals: 45
Blocks: 20
Dunks: 40
Dribbles: 40
Anthony Johnson
Power: 30
Speed: 50
2 Pointer: 45
3 Pointer: 30
Steals: 45
Blocks: 15
Dunks: 35
Dribbles: 35
Alan Henderson
Power: 75
Speed: 45
2 Pointer: 40
3 Pointer: 20
Steals: 55
Blocks: 70
Dunks: 55
Dribbles: 50
Chris Crawford
Power: 60
Speed: 35
2 Pointer: 35
3 Pointer: 45
Steals: 30
Blocks: 50
Dunks: 45
Dribbles: 25
Roshown Mcleod
Power: 50
Speed: 40
2 Pointer: 45
3 Pointer: 25
Steals: 25
Blocks: 20
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 30
Hanno Mottola
Power: 40
Speed: 40
2 Pointer: 80
3 Pointer: 55
Steals: 25
Blocks: 50
Dunks: 45
Dribbles: 30
Dikembe Mutombo
Power: 90
Speed: 50
2 Pointer: 65
3 Pointer: 15
Steals: 45
Blocks: 100
Dunks: 70
Dribbles: 25
Lorenzen Wright
Power: 65
Speed: 40
2 Pointer: 80
3 Pointer: 25
Steals: 30
Blocks: 50
Dunks: 65
Dribbles: 25
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Boston Celtics
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Paul Pierce
Power: 60
Speed: 80
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 60
Steals: 75
Blocks: 50
Dunks: 75
Dribbles: 55
Antoine Walker
Power: 85
Speed: 80
2 Pointer: 65
3 Pointer: 50
Steals: 40
Blocks: 50
Dunks: 80
Dribbles: 70
Kenny Anderson
Power: 30
Speed: 95
2 Pointer: 70
3 Pointer: 65
Steals: 90
Blocks: 15
Dunks: 20
Dribbles: 90
Adrian Griffin
Power: 45
Speed: 65
2 Pointer: 50
3 Pointer: 40
Steals: 75
Blocks:200
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 55
Bryant Stith
Power: 25
Speed: 60
2 Pointer: 65
3 Pointer: 65
Steals: 75
Blocks: 15
Dunks: 55
Dribbles: 75
Randy Brown
Power: 30
Speed: 80
2 Pointer: 45
3 Pointer: 50
Steals: 70
Blocks: 20
Dunks: 45
Dribbles: 60
Chris Carr
Power: 55
Speed: 50
2 Pointer: 55
3 Pointer: 40
Steals: 40
Blocks: 20
Dunks: 40
Dribbles: 40
Jerome Moiso
Power: 75
Speed: 35
2 Pointer: 65
3 Pointer: 35
Steals: 30
Blocks: 60
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 30
Walter McCarty
Power: 60
Speed: 35
2 Pointer: 50
3 Pointer: 50
Steals: 25
Blocks: 45
Dunks: 55
Dribbles: 40
Eric Williams
Power: 40
Speed: 40
2 Pointer: 55
3 Pointer: 50
Steals: 45
Blocks: 25
Dunks: 55
Dribbles: 35
Vitaly Potapenko
Power: 75
Speed: 30
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 15
Steals: 45
Blocks: 35
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 25
Tony Battie
Power: 75
Speed: 55
2 Pointer: 60
3 Pointer: 30
Steals: 50
Blocks: 50
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 40
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Charlotte Hornets
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David Wesley
Power: 30
Speed: 70
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 75
Steals: 75
Blocks: 20
Dunks: 25
Dribbles: 55
Baron Davis
Power: 30
Speed: 65
2 Pointer: 55
3 Pointer: 35
Steals: 75
Blocks: 20
Dunks: 25
Dribbles: 40
Hersey Hawkins
Power: 20
Speed: 60
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 70
Steals: 60
Blocks: 25
Dunks: 25
Dribbles: 55
Eldridge Recasner
Power: 30
Speed: 50
2 Pointer: 55
3 Pointer: 40
Steals: 40
Blocks: 20
Dunks: 40
Dribbles: 35
Derrick Coleman
Power: 80
Speed: 45
2 Pointer: 80
3 Pointer: 50
Steals: 50
Blocks: 65
Dunks: 60
Dribbles: 25
Jamal Mashburn
Power: 70
Speed: 75
2 Pointer: 85
3 Pointer: 75
Steals: 30
Blocks: 25
Dunks: 80
Dribbles: 55
Otis Thorpe
Power: 75
Speed: 35
2 Pointer: 55
3 Pointer: 20
Steals: 40
Blocks: 15
Dunks: 70
Dribbles: 35
PJ Brown
Power: 75
Speed: 50
2 Pointer: 50
3 Pointer: 30
Steals: 10
Blocks: 55
Dunks: 70
Dribbles: 30
Eddie Robinson
Power: 45
Speed: 35
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 20
Steals: 50
Blocks: 30
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 25
Tim James
Power: 55
Speed: 45
2 Pointer: 50
3 Pointer: 30
Steals: 30
Blocks: 45
Dunks: 35
Dribbles: 25
Jamal Magloire
Power: 75
Speed: 35
2 Pointer: 70
3 Pointer: 30
Steals: 35
Blocks: 85
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 35
Elden Campbell
Power: 75
Speed: 60
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 25
Steals: 25
Blocks: 80
Dunks: 80
Dribbles: 20
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Chicago Bulls
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Ron Mercer
Power: 45
Speed: 75
2 Pointer: 70
3 Pointer: 60
Steals: 50
Blocks: 45
Dunks: 75
Dribbles: 65
Ron Artest
Power: 50
Speed: 65
2 Pointer: 60
3 Pointer: 65
Steals: 55
Blocks: 60
Dunks: 75
Dribbles: 45
Fred Hoiberg
Power: 30
Speed: 50
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 60
Steals: 35
Blocks: 30
Dunks: 30
Dribbles: 55
Jamal Crawford
Power: 25
Speed: 65
2 Pointer: 45
3 Pointer: 55
Steals: 35
Blocks: 40
Dunks: 75
Dribbles: 60
Khalid ElAmin
Power: 55
Speed: 80
2 Pointer: 55
3 Pointer: 45
Steals: 60
Blocks: 25
Dunks: 35
Dribbles: 85
AJ Guyton
Power: 20
Speed: 60
2 Pointer: 45
3 Pointer: 80
Steals: 65
Blocks: 20
Dunks: 35
Dribbles: 80
Corey Benjamin
Power: 25
Speed: 55
2 Pointer: 45
3 Pointer: 45
Steals: 40
Blocks: 30
Dunks: 70
Dribbles: 50
Elton Brand
Power: 85
Speed: 50
2 Pointer: 80
3 Pointer: 25
Steals: 25
Blocks: 65
Dunks: 85
Dribbles: 30
Marcus Fizer
Power: 75
Speed: 35
2 Pointer: 80
3 Pointer: 20
Steals: 25
Blocks: 45
Dunks: 45
Dribbles: 40
Michael Ruffin
Power: 75
Speed: 30
2 Pointer: 45
3 Pointer: 10
Steals: 40
Blocks: 40
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 25
Jake Voskuhl
Power: 85
Speed: 30
2 Pointer: 65
3 Pointer: 25
Steals: 35
Blocks: 75
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 25
Dalibor Bagaric
Power: 65
Speed: 25
2 Pointer: 85
3 Pointer: 40
Steals: 55
Blocks: 45
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 25
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Cleveland Cavaliers
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Andre Miller
Power: 30
Speed: 55
2 Pointer: 60
3 Pointer: 30
Steals: 55
Blocks: 25
Dunks: 40
Dribbles: 65
Wesley Person
Power: 25
Speed: 75
2 Pointer: 80
3 Pointer: 65
Steals: 65
Blocks: 25
Dunks: 30
Dribbles: 80
Brevin Knight
Power: 20
Speed: 95
2 Pointer: 65
3 Pointer: 50
Steals: 65
Blocks: 10
Dunks: 10
Dribbles: 95
Bimbo Coles
Power: 25
Speed: 75
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 65
Steals: 50
Blocks: 30
Dunks: 10
Dribbles: 70
Lamond Murray
Power: 70
Speed: 65
2 Pointer: 50
3 Pointer: 75
Steals: 25
Blocks: 50
Dunks: 80
Dribbles: 50
Arence Weatherspoon
Power: 45
Speed: 35
2 Pointer: 60
3 Pointer: 10
Steals: 35
Blocks: 35
Dunks: 80
Dribbles: 30
Chris Gatling
Power: 70
Speed: 60
2 Pointer: 60
3 Pointer: 45
Steals: 35
Blocks: 40
Dunks: 70
Dribbles: 15
Mark Bryant
Power: 70
Speed: 35
2 Pointer: 80
3 Pointer: 10
Steals: 30
Blocks: 35
Dunks: 55
Dribbles: 25
Cedric Henderson
Power: 50
Speed: 45
2 Pointer: 40
3 Pointer: 20
Steals: 45
Blocks: 25
Dunks: 45
Dribbles: 30
Robert Traylor
Power: 80
Speed: 30
2 Pointer: 70
3 Pointer: 10
Steals: 25
Blocks: 40
Dunks: 70
Dribbles: 15
Zydrunas Ilgauskas
Power: 90
Speed: 45
2 Pointer: 60
3 Pointer: 10
Steals: 40
Blocks: 95
Dunks: 65
Dribbles: 15
Chris Mihm
Power: 90
Speed: 35
2 Pointer: 65
3 Pointer: 30
Steals: 25
Blocks: 80
Dunks: 55
Dribbles: 25
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Dallas Mavericks
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Michael Finely
Power: 25
Speed: 70
2 Pointer: 80
3 Pointer: 60
Steals: 50
Blocks: 40
Dunks: 85
Dribbles: 80
Steve Nash
Power: 20
Speed: 90
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 65
Steals: 75
Blocks: 15
Dunks: 15
Dribbles: 75
Courtney Alexander
Power: 25
Speed: 75
2 Pointer: 65
3 Pointer: 65
Steals: 65
Blocks: 20
Dunks: 55
Dribbles: 65
Hubert Davis
Power: 20
Speed: 65
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 75
Steals: 35
Blocks: 10
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 50
Howard Eisely
Power: 25
Speed: 65
2 Pointer: 50
3 Pointer: 70
Steals: 55
Blocks: 15
Dunks: 40
Dribbles: 50
Dirt Nowitzki
Power: 80
Speed: 50
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 60
Steals: 40
Blocks: 30
Dunks: 55
Dribbles: 25
Christian Laettner
Power: 85
Speed: 40
2 Pointer: 65
3 Pointer: 75
Steals: 40
Blocks: 75
Dunks: 40
Dribbles: 60
Loy Vaught
Power: 55
Speed: 40
2 Pointer: 35
3 Pointer: 20
Steals: 45
Blocks: 45
Dunks: 40
Dribbles: 35
Eduardo Najera
Power: 60
Speed: 35
2 Pointer: 50
3 Pointer: 25
Steals: 40
Blocks: 45
Dunks: 55
Dribbles: 25
Etan Thomas
Power: 80
Speed: 25
2 Pointer: 55
3 Pointer: 15
Steals: 25
Blocks: 55
Dunks: 60
Dribbles: 25
Gary Trent
Power: 60
Speed: 35
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 15
Steals: 25
Blocks: 20
Dunks: 45
Dribbles: 30
Shawn Bradley
Power: 50
Speed: 40
2 Pointer: 55
3 Pointer: 20
Steals: 20
Blocks: 100
Dunks: 85
Dribbles: 15
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Denver Nuggets
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Nick Van Exel
Power: 15
Speed: 95
2 Pointer: 80
3 Pointer: 65
Steals: 75
Blocks: 10
Dunks: 10
Dribbles: 95
James Posey
Power: 50
Speed: 40
2 Pointer: 55
3 Pointer: 65
Steals: 50
Blocks: 30
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 30
Tariq Abdul-Wahad
Power: 65
Speed: 65
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 25
Steals: 20
Blocks: 25
Dunks: 70
Dribbles: 45
Voshon Lenard
Power: 25
Speed: 75
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 70
Steals: 35
Blocks: 20
Dunks: 30
Dribbles: 30
Robert Pack
Power: 20
Speed: 75
2 Pointer: 65
3 Pointer: 35
Steals: 65
Blocks: 25
Dunks: 85
Dribbles: 60
Antonio McDyess
Power: 75
Speed: 80
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 65
Steals: 65
Blocks: 60
Dunks: 95
Dribbles: 50
Raef Lafrentz
Power: 75
Speed: 45
2 Pointer: 60
3 Pointer: 65
Steals: 45
Blocks: 65
Dunks: 70
Dribbles: 35
Keon Clark
Power: 50
Speed: 30
2 Pointer: 70
3 Pointer: 25
Steals: 25
Blocks: 55
Dunks: 55
Dribbles: 25
Tracy Murray
Power: 80
Speed: 55
2 Pointer: 65
3 Pointer: 90
Steals: 25
Blocks: 50
Dunks: 60
Dribbles: 15
George McCloud
Power: 60
Speed: 40
2 Pointer: 50
3 Pointer: 55
Steals: 40
Blocks: 20
Dunks: 40
Dribbles: 45
Dan McClintock
Power: 70
Speed: 35
2 Pointer: 55
3 Pointer: 35
Steals: 20
Blocks: 45
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 30
Mamadou N'Diaye
Power: 55
Speed: 35
2 Pointer: 65
3 Pointer: 15
Steals: 15
Blocks: 60
Dunks: 65
Dribbles: 20
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Detroit Pistons
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Jerry Stackhouse
Power: 50
Speed: 85
2 Pointer: 70
3 Pointer: 80
Steals: 75
Blocks: 40
Dunks: 100
Dribbles: 60
Chucky Atkins
Power: 25
Speed: 60
2 Pointer: 50
3 Pointer: 65
Steals: 60
Blocks: 15
Dunks: 20
Dribbles: 30
Dana Barros
Power: 10
Speed: 75
2 Pointer: 80
3 Pointer: 85
Steals: 75
Blocks: 15
Dunks: 20
Dribbles: 80
Mateen Cleaves
Power: 40
Speed: 75
2 Pointer: 55
3 Pointer: 40
Steals: 40
Blocks: 15
Dunks: 20
Dribbles: 75
Michael Curry
Power: 50
Speed: 45
2 Pointer: 65
3 Pointer: 30
Steals: 40
Blocks: 15
Dunks: 35
Dribbles: 45
Jud Buechler
Power: 40
Speed: 45
2 Pointer: 45
3 Pointer: 55
Steals: 15
Blocks: 30
Dunks: 40
Dribbles: 35
Cedric Ceballos
Power: 60
Speed: 80
2 Pointer: 85
3 Pointer: 75
Steals: 65
Blocks: 40
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 50
Ben Wallace
Power: 60
Speed: 40
2 Pointer: 85
3 Pointer: 15
Steals: 45
Blocks: 75
Dunks: 55
Dribbles: 20
Billy Owens
Power: 45
Speed: 50
2 Pointer: 50
3 Pointer: 40
Steals: 15
Blocks: 35
Dunks: 40
Dribbles: 25
Jerome Williams
Power: 75
Speed: 40
2 Pointer: 60
3 Pointer: 15
Steals: 45
Blocks: 35
Dunks: 65
Dribbles: 35
John Wallace
Power: 55
Speed: 30
2 Pointer: 55
3 Pointer: 15
Steals: 15
Blocks: 40
Dunks: 60
Dribbles: 20
Mikki Moore
Power: 75
Speed: 30
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 10
Steals: 15
Blocks: 40
Dunks: 55
Dribbles: 20
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Golden State Warriors
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Larry Hughes
Power: 35
Speed: 80
2 Pointer: 50
3 Pointer: 35
Steals: 75
Blocks: 15
Dunks: 40
Dribbles: 45
Mookie Blaylock
Power: 30
Speed: 95
2 Pointer: 60
3 Pointer: 80
Steals: 100
Blocks: 15
Dunks: 10
Dribbles: 85
Chris Mills
Power: 55
Speed: 65
2 Pointer: 65
3 Pointer: 45
Steals: 40
Blocks: 35
Dunks: 55
Dribbles: 45
Bob Sura
Power: 20
Speed: 80
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 75
Steals: 60
Blocks: 15
Dunks: 20
Dribbles: 85
Chris Mullin
Power: 70
Speed: 55
2 Pointer: 90
3 Pointer: 80
Steals: 50
Blocks: 20
Dunks: 20
Dribbles: 20
Vinny Del Negro
Power: 25
Speed: 75
2 Pointer: 55
3 Pointer: 65
Steals: 45
Blocks: 10
Dunks: 30
Dribbles: 50
Antawn Jamison
Power: 85
Speed: 50
2 Pointer: 65
3 Pointer: 15
Steals: 35
Blocks: 25
Dunks: 90
Dribbles: 45
Danny Fortson
Power: 80
Speed: 60
2 Pointer: 80
3 Pointer: 30
Steals: 30
Blocks: 50
Dunks: 40
Dribbles: 25
Chris Porter
Power: 35
Speed: 55
2 Pointer: 40
3 Pointer: 40
Steals: 45
Blocks: 15
Dunks: 80
Dribbles: 50
Adam Keefe
Power: 75
Speed: 20
2 Pointer: 40
3 Pointer: 10
Steals: 20
Blocks: 30
Dunks: 40
Dribbles: 25
Erick Dampier
Power: 85
Speed: 45
2 Pointer: 50
3 Pointer: 15
Steals: 15
Blocks: 90
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 20
Adonal Foyle
Power: 75
Speed: 25
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 10
Steals: 15
Blocks: 85
Dunks: 55
Dribbles: 15
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Houston Rockets
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Steve Francis
Power: 30
Speed: 70
2 Pointer: 55
3 Pointer: 35
Steals: 75
Blocks: 15
Dunks: 85
Dribbles: 60
Shandon Anderson
Power: 30
Speed: 70
2 Pointer: 50
3 Pointer: 70
Steals: 50
Blocks: 15
Dunks: 45
Dribbles: 50
Walt Williams
Power: 35
Speed: 75
2 Pointer: 90
3 Pointer: 60
Steals: 65
Blocks: 45
Dunks: 75
Dribbles: 80
Cuttino Mobley
Power: 25
Speed: 70
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 80
Steals: 60
Blocks: 25
Dunks: 45
Dribbles: 45
Maurice Taylor
Power: 80
Speed: 65
2 Pointer: 70
3 Pointer: 45
Steals: 50
Blocks: 60
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 50
Kelvin Cato
Power: 80
Speed: 40
2 Pointer: 80
3 Pointer: 10
Steals: 15
Blocks: 70
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 20
Jason Collier
Power: 75
Speed: 35
2 Pointer: 70
3 Pointer: 50
Steals: 30
Blocks: 65
Dunks: 45
Dribbles: 20
Dan Langhi
Power: 65
Speed: 35
2 Pointer: 80
3 Pointer: 50
Steals: 25
Blocks: 35
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 30
Carlos Rogers
Power: 50
Speed: 30
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 20
Steals: 25
Blocks: 40
Dunks: 45
Dribbles: 20
Kenny Thomas
Power: 60
Speed: 40
2 Pointer: 40
3 Pointer: 40
Steals: 40
Blocks: 30
Dunks: 45
Dribbles: 30
Matt Bullard
Power: 70
Speed: 25
2 Pointer: 45
3 Pointer: 90
Steals: 20
Blocks: 25
Dunks: 50
Dribbles: 20
Hakeem Olajuwon
Power: 95
Speed: 60
2 Pointer: 75
3 Pointer: 20
Steals: 55
Blocks: 90
Dunks: 70
Dribbles: 15
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14: Personal Review
---------------------------------
I didn't hear about NBA Hoopz for a long time. I knew it existed but I
didn't really know what kind of game it was nor what the whole concept was
about. When I went to my friends house and he let me borrow the game, I fell
in love with it immediently. To this date, I play this game hours a day with
my friends trying to upgrade my basketball player as much as possible. Most
people will likely pass on this game because they will think that its just
like NBA Showtime except with another player. But in my opinion, the extra
player outshines every other option added.
It's very noticable that Midway did not spend that much attention on the
graphics in NBA Hoopz. The graphics are roughly the same as NBA Showtime
except the players all seem very strong. I never knew that people like Mugsy
Boges had muscles the size of his head. The courts are nicely designed like
usual but there is some slight sort of framerate drop when your player
becomes ''On Fire''. Other than that, the graphics in NBA Hoopz are good.
Gameplay-wise, NBA Hoopz delivers the most fun you can ever have in a
basketball game. Not only is there the original 3 on 3 mode, there is 2
ball, a 3 point shoot out, around the world, and a couple other games that
you can play on your freetime. Also, there is a Create-A-Player mode where
you can build up your character to whatever you want him to be like. For
example, you can make your player 8 feet tall and only weigh 140 pounds.
Once you get good at this game, you can beat everyone with your created
players.
Control is off the hook in NBA Hoopz. Just like NBA Showtime, NBA Jam, etc.
you can pick up the game and learn the controls by halftime. Basically all
you need to know is the shoot button, the pass button, and the turbo button.
Other than that, there is really no other essential controls that you would
need to learn in NBA Hoopz.
The sound in NBA Hoopz is great. There is a lot of trash talking by players
and the announcer always has something to say. Basically, the only thing I
could ask for is the NBA on NBC music which was excellent in NBA Showtime.
Other than that, I couldn't have asked for anything else.
So now you are probably wondering if you should buy this game. If you have
any passion for basketball you should go to your local videogame store and
pick this game up right now. If you are just a casual sports fan you should
at least pick this game up to see what it is about. You won't be
disappointed.
Overall: 9
Graphics: 7
Gameplay: 10
Sound: 8
Fun Factor: 10
Lasting Appeal: 10
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15: Codes/Secrets
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If you want to get codes for this game check out:
Cheat Code Central (www.cheatcc.com)
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Cheat mode
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Press Turbo (X), Shoot (A), and Pass (B) to change the icons on the versus
screen. The numbers in the following list indicate the number of times each
button is pressed. After the icons have been changed, press the D-pad in the
indicated direction to enable the code. The name of the code and a sound
will confirm correct code entry. For example, to enter 1-2-3 Left, press
Turbo, Shoot(2), Pass(3), Left.
Effect Code
Show shot %.................0-1-1 Down
Home uniform................0-1-4 Right
Beach court.................0-2-3 Left
Away uniform................0-2-4 Right
Show hotspot................1-1-0 Down
ABA ball....................1-1-1 Right
Granny shots................1-2-1 Left
No fouls....................2-2-2 Right
Big heads...................3-0-0 Right
No hotspots.................3-0-1 Up
Infinite turbo..............3-1-2 Up
Street court................3-2-0 Left
Tiny heads..................3-3-0 Left
No goaltending..............4-4-4 Left
Tiny players................5-4-3 Left
Play as Dr. Atomic..........5-4-4 Left
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Taunt opponent
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Press B, A, Y, X, L, or R while your opponent is at the free throw line in a
regular game or at the 3-point line in a game of 21.
Enter the following code at the Verses Screen. The first number is changed
using the X button, the middle button is changed by using the A button, the
third number is changed using the B button, then press the direction to
finalize the cheat.
1-1-1-R (ABA Ball)
0-2-4-R (Away Uniforms)
0-2-3-L (Beach Court)
3-0-0-R (Big Head Mode)
1-2-1-L (Granny Shots)
0-1-4-R (Home Uniforms)
3-1-2-U (Infinite Turbo)
2-2-2-R (No Fouls)
4-4-4-L (No Goaltending)
3-0-1-U (No Hot Spots)
0-1-1-D (Increased Shot %)
1-1-0-D (Show Hotspots)
3-3-0-L (Small Head Mode)
5-4-3-L (Small Player Mode)
3-2-0-L (Street Ball)
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Gameshark Codes
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ABA Ball......................................EC67148200000001
Away Score 0 1st Q ...........................F4F9B4BC00000000
Away Score 0 2nd Q ...........................3BD1067D00000000
Away Score 0 3rd Q ...........................8FC3AF3A00000000
Away Score 0 4th Q ...........................B46618B700000000
Away Score 50 1st Q ..........................F4F9B4BC00000032
Away Score 50 2nd Q ..........................3BD1067D00000032
Away Score 50 3rd Q ..........................8FC3AF3A00000032
Away Score 50 4th Q...........................B46618B700000032
Away Team Score 0.............................F4F9B4BC00000000
3BD1067D00000000 8FC3AF3A00000000 B46618B700000000
Away Team Score 200...........................F4F9B4BC00000032
3BD1067D00000032 8FC3AF3A00000032 B46618B700000032
Away Uniform..................................AFE35D8700000001
Beach Court...................................914806E100000001
Big Heads Both Teams..........................CE0BEBEE00000003
Big Heads Team A..............................CE0BEBEE00000001
Big Heads Team B..............................CE0BEBEE00000002
Both Teams Shoot Away Basket..................9B5828CD00000001
Both Teams Shoot Home Basket..................9B5828CD00000000
Granny Shots..................................85A3811600000003
Home Score 0 1st Q............................F489B4BC00000000
Home Score 0 2nd Q............................5297556D00000000
Home Score 0 3rd Q............................8F73AF3A00000000
Home Score 0 4th Q............................DA78A1E500000000
Home Score 50 1st Q...........................F489B4BC00000032
Home Score 50 2nd Q...........................5297556D00000032
Home Score 50 3rd Q...........................8F73AF3A00000032
Home Score 50 4th Q...........................DA78A1E500000032
Home Team Score 0.............................F489B4BC00000000
5297556D00000000 8F73AF3A00000000 DA78A1E500000000
Home Team Score 200...........................F489B4BC00000032
5297556D00000032 8F73AF3A00000032 DA78A1E500000032
Home Uniform..................................59277B4100000001
Inf. Turbo Both Teams.........................FEE99A9000000003
Inf. Turbo Team A.............................FEE99A9000000001
Inf. Turbo Team B.............................FEE99A9000000002
Max Attribute Points..........................DF988C4400000003
No Fouls......................................425A13DF00000003
No Goaltending................................D0D88FC900000001
No Hotspots...................................913806E100000003
Show Hotspots.................................412A13DF00000001
Show Shot %...................................BF86369B00000003
Street Court..................................EF77148200000001
Tiny Heads....................................6CCB675700000001
Tiny Players..................................AE935D8700000001
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16: Frequently Asked Questions
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There are a lot of questions that a lot of people regularly ask about NBA
Hoopz. Here I have listed a lot of the questions I have received.
Question:
I heard this game is basically like NBA Showtime is that true?
Answer:
Yeah, the engine is basically the same except now there is an extra player
on each team which makes the game a lot more fun. Also, there is updated
rosters and a few mini games to keep you busy if you are bored with the
original mode.
Question:
I heard that the AI is a bit funny in the game. Is that true?
Answer:
Like most basketball arcade games the AI makes the game close at the end.
If you are winning in the 4th quarter the team that is losing will make
shots that are basically impossible to make in real life and steal most of
the passes that you throw down court. A lot of people like this but I
really don't care for it.
Question:
I have Playstation 2 and Dreamcast and I wanted to know if I should buy NBA
Hoopz or NBA Street?
Answer:
Well, personally I like NBA Street a bit better because NBA Hoopz feels like
a game that I have playing for years (NBA Jam, NBA Showtime, etc.) NBA
Streetz has a whole new look to basketball which makes the game not only
more fun to play but a lot more satisfying.
Question:
Who endorses NBA Hoopz?
Answer:
Well, that's a pretty easy question if you just look on the cover you could
see that Shaqueille O'neal endorses the game.
Question:
I'm having some problems with this game. Where can I find help?
Answer:
If you can't find the answer in this guide feel free to e-mail me at
DreThug@hotmail.com.
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17: Credits
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This strategy guide was made 99 percent by me. The only people I would like
to thank is:
Cheat Code Central (www.cheatcc.com)
For supplying all the codes for this guide. Without them, there would be no
codes for the game on this guide.
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18: Before You E-mail Me
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Please don't e-mail me asking stupid questions or I won't respond. When I
use to write strategy guides under a different name I would get 100's of
e-mails asking the same question which I already answered in my FAQ. Don't
think I'm being mean if I don't respond to your e-mail, it's just that I
have many other FAQs and I get tons of e-mail a day. Also, if you want to
e-mail me about the game please put in the Subject of the email NBA Hoopz so
I know what game I'm getting e-mailed about. If I just see hey or something
like that, I might think it's porn and just delete it. Now if you write an
educated e-mail to me, then for sure you will get a response. Thanks.
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19: Legal Information
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Basically, for all the people that want to steal my information and put it
on their website, FAQ, or anything like that can't. This document Copyright
2001 DreThug can not be reproduced in any way without written permission
from it's author (DreThug). If you would like to use this strategy guide on
your website please just send me an e-mail at DreThug@hotmail.com and I will
most likely give you permission to use this guide at your site. Remember
the most updated version of this FAQ can always be found at Cheat Code
Central (www.cheatcc.com) so if you think I haven't updated this guide in a
while you might just be looking at an old version of it. If I find that
anyone copied any of my information you will be screwed.
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20: Final Thoughts
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I feel that this Strategy Guide should help you more than enough with NBA
Hoopz. I'm very happy with what I did with this guide and I hope you are
too. Please check out all my other guides which help just as much as this
guide. If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions please feel free
to e-mail me at: DreThug@hotmail.com. If not, I hoped you enjoyed this
strategy guide.